Best of Dresden with a Private Guide
Dresden is a green spot in the middle of the Saxony state. Also known as the Jewel Box, this baroque and rococo city will be offering you a cocktail of cultural and artistic beauty. First, you will have the chance to meet August the Strong in gold himself, before passing through the Augustus Bridge and the Schlossplatz. The next steps will be the the Opera House and the Theaterplatz. You will also walk through the Zwinger, Dresden Castle and the great mural named Fürstenzug. Dresden church and Neumarkt Square will be the final steps of this tour.
Options
Best of Dresden with a Private Guide
What's included in Best of Dresden with a Private Guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Golden RiderPass-by Only
This equestrian statue represents the King of Poland August the Strong and has been in Dresden since 1736. Also named the Golden Rider, it is thanks to him Dresden is full of unique baroque buildings like the Zwinger. In copper but covered in gold-leafed, the statue shows the ruler heading towards east, where his Kingdom of Poland remains. It shines under the sun and offers an impressive show to the pedestrians.
Augustus BridgePass-by Only
Also named after Augustus II the Strong, the Augustus Bridge cross the Elbe river beautifully. It links the historical part of Dresden to the Innere Neustadt since the 12th century. Composed with nines arches, the sandstone bridge used to have twelve of them before being rebuilt. It is still a nice experience to walk through it.
DresdenPass-by Only
Also called the palace square or the castle square, the Schlossplatz is one spacious square in the centre of the city, where many tourists come to see Dresden’s landmarks. From there you can see the Royal Palace, but also the Catholic Court Church as well as many other Augustus’ creations! In front of the Katholische Hofkirche is a paving stone marked with an N. This shows where Napoleon Bonaparte showed his victory for the Battle of Dresden in 1813.
Inclusions
- Official Tour Guide
- Entrance Fees
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- At the King Johann Monument, your tour guide shall be waiting with a Signboard.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
- Meeting Point at your hotel is possible (if centrally located). - The tour timings are flexible and can be amended depending upon availability. - In case of any special request, please do let us know and we would try our best to accommodate accordingly. - All entrances are as per travelers Discretion.